Proposing a constitutional amendment allowing a member of the legislature to be employed as a teacher or first responder by a governmental entity while holding legislative office.

HJR 216 proposes a constitutional amendment to allow Texas state legislators to simultaneously work as teachers or first responders (including roles like police, firefighters, EMTs, and National Guard members) while serving in the legislature. Currently, Texas law prohibits legislators from holding other "profitable" government positions, but this amendment would explicitly permit these specific jobs. The change would require voter approval in the November 2025 election, with the ballot asking voters to support the amendment allowing legislators to hold these roles. This directly affects current and future Texas legislators who wish to maintain such employment alongside their legislative duties.